Crime Safety Grade

B

East Meadow, NY Crime Rate

Lower crime than 83% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is East Meadow Safe?

With an overall crime index of 73, East Meadow has a 27% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 309. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like East Meadow earning an A grade while East Meadow rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

East Meadow
73
New York Avg
101
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
73
27% below average
Violent Crime
81
19% below average
Property Crime
69
31% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in East Meadow

1 in 309

Property crime: 1 in 362

Where Is It Safe in East Meadow?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
East Meadow
A
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East Meadow Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 14% below avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 55% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 76 ▼ 24%
Assault Violent 81 ▼ 19%
Robbery Violent 86 ▼ 14%
Burglary Property 45 ▼ 55%
Larceny / Theft Property 80 ▼ 20%
Vehicle Theft Property 81 ▼ 19%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All East Meadow Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 East Meadow A 73

East Meadow Crime by Zip Code

11554
A- Index: 73

East Meadow Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
37,992
Median Income
$109,895
Home Value
$476,615
Median Rent
$1,933
Home Ownership
87%

Racial Demographics

White
68.4%
Black
6.2%
Hispanic
15.3%
Asian
16.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in East Meadow?
East Meadow has an overall crime index of 73, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in East Meadow are rated A or B for safety.
Is East Meadow safe to live in?
East Meadow has a crime safety grade of B. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in East Meadow?
The safest neighborhoods in East Meadow based on crime data include East Meadow. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does East Meadow crime compare to the national average?
East Meadow's overall crime index is 73 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 27% lower than the typical US city.

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